Thursday, September 1, 2005 0:21 AM CDT Dave's Memorial Service A beautiful day, sunny, clear and not too hot. 1600 gather, wearing clothes bright with blue, purple, Hawaiian flowers and Disneyland characters. They are here to say goodbye. The only clouds are inside. There are beautiful flowers everywhere, pictures of Dave, a Wa-Hi football jersey and helmet, high school trophies and his beloved guitar, the only object that meant anything to Dave, looking lonely on stage. Bob and Judy, on their anniversary, grieving, sad, welcoming friends and family. Shane, Jeffrey & Patrice play beautiful music, some of Dave's favorite songs. The football coaches, resplendent in Wa-Hi royal and white, come in from the field, tan and tall, smelling of the sun and fresh grass crushed under cleats. They are warm when I hug them, they feel strong. They feel like Dave. We gather in the family room, but after praying with Robin, Denise and I can't stay there, we sneak to the back of the san...
Shelly, you did an awesome job!! I love it!
ReplyDeleteIt is beautiful -- the senior pictures are great. How do they grow up so fast? Sometimes you just wish you could stop time and hold on forever.
ReplyDeleteYou should be very proud. I know Dave is so proud of you and the kids. Thinking of you on the anniversary of his passing.
ReplyDeleteSenior year looks to be very bright for Zach!!
Chelle my friend,
ReplyDeleteWonderful, nice, sweet, loving, HANDSOME, smart,fun, cute, the list could go on and on. Be proud mama, be very proud, you done good!
Knowing that Dave is watching and smiling.....he's proud too. Of all of you.
Love,
Cathyb
www.lessonsfromlou.blogspot.cm
Wow!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat Pictures.
What a great person Dave and you have raised.
Steve J.
Awesome Honey! Such a great presentation and such a handsome boy to work with! He has grown to be a wonderful young man and you can be very proud of him, as we are! It brought tears to my eyes! We love you - Mom & Dad
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